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This episode dives into the significant political question posed by Ronald Reagan during the closing moments of his 1980 presidential debate with Jimmy Carter: 'Are you better off than you were four years ago?' Ken Woodward explores the context of the 1980 political climate, marked by economic difficulties, high inflation, unemployment, and international issues such as the Iran hostage crisis and concerns about U.S. global standing and nuclear threats. Reagan's question, which became iconic in U.S. political discourse, was noted for its simplicity, personal relevance, emotional resonance, and strategic timing. The question invited voters to reflect on their circumstances rather than abstract policies, ultimately contributing to Reagan's landslide victory. The episode details six crucial lessons for crafting influential questions, emphasizing audience perspective, engagement, simplicity, timing, self-reflection, and a call to action. Listeners are encouraged to consider how such questions have shaped their decisions and to apply these insights in personal and professional contexts. This Curated Questions episode can be found on all major platforms and at CuratedQuestions.com . Keep questioning! Episode Notes [01:58] Setting the Stage: The 1980 Presidential Debate [04:24] Reagan's Memorable Question [06:01] Impact and Aftermath of the Debate [06:45] Analyzing the Rhetorical Question [13:06] Lessons from Reagan's Question [16:05] Modern Applications and Reflections [18:04] Conclusion and Call to Action Resources Mentioned Ronald Reagan Jimmy Carter Beauty Pill Producer Ben Ford Questions Asked Are you better off now than you were four years ago? Is it easier for you to go and buy things in the stores than it was four years ago? Is there more or less unemployment in the country than there was four years ago? Is America as respected throughout the world as it was? Do you feel that our security is as safe, that we're as strong as we were four years ago? Where do you feel it in your body? What emotions come to the surface? What pictures race through your mind? Would it kill you to stop chewing your food with your mouth open? What is your number seven? What comes to mind? Did you feel the knee-jerk need to answer right away when your politician asked? Did you actually do the homework to determine what factors were most important to you, then look at data vice depending on emotion? Is it any easier to see why someone in a different circumstance may answer differently than you? How did the question affect your answer when the opposing politician asked it? Did you use the same metric for the candidates or give your preferred candidate extra leeway? What famous questions continue to pop up in your world?…
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2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster dive into the art of hosting and welcoming guests into your home, sharing their personal experiences and insights from their first time hosting Christmas dinner in Portugal. They explore the challenges, joys, and lessons learned from opening their home to friends and family. They discuss how hosting reveals important aspects of relationships, personal boundaries, and cultural differences between Brazilian and Portuguese holiday traditions. Plus, they share valuable insights about creating comfortable spaces for guests while maintaining authenticity in your home. As always, this episode of Carioca Connection is full of real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you will never find in the textbooks or apps. Tune in to listen and learn! Key topics include: The cultural differences between being a host in Brazil vs Portugal Managing expectations and anxiety when hosting for the first time How to create comfortable spaces while maintaining personal boundaries Traditional Brazilian Christmas celebrations and their evolution abroad Practical tips for first-time hosts in small spaces In this episode: 00:00 - Introduction and topic overview 01:56 - Discussion of the terms "host" and "anfitrião" in English and Portuguese 05:33 - Foster shares his Thanksgiving hosting experience in the US 07:24 - Alexia's perspective on following the host's lead during family gatherings 09:15 - Traditional Brazilian Christmas celebrations and their evolution in Portugal 11:07 - Challenges of hosting in a small space 13:29 - Managing hosting anxiety and bathroom logistics 15:15 - Learning about yourself through hosting others 16:35 - The importance of selecting guests carefully 19:06 - Tips for first-time hosts and creating comfortable spaces E agora em português! 🇧🇷 Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster mergulham na arte de receber e acolher convidados em casa, compartilhando suas experiências pessoais e aprendizados da primeira vez que organizaram a ceia de Natal em Portugal. Eles exploram os desafios, alegrias e lições aprendidas ao abrir sua casa para amigos e familiares. Uma conversa sincera sobre como o ato de receber revela aspectos importantes dos relacionamentos, limites pessoais e diferenças culturais entre as tradições festivas brasileiras e portuguesas. E agora em português... Neste episódio do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster mergulham na arte de receber e acolher convidados em casa, compartilhando suas experiências pessoais e aprendizados da primeira vez que organizaram a ceia de Natal em Portugal. Eles exploram os desafios, alegrias e lições aprendidas ao abrir sua casa para amigos e familiares. Uma conversa sincera sobre como o ato de receber revela aspectos importantes dos relacionamentos, limites pessoais e diferenças culturais entre as tradições festivas brasileiras e portuguesas. Destaques - Insights valiosos sobre como criar espaços confortáveis - Dicas práticas para manter a autenticidade em sua casa - Português brasileiro da vida real que você não encontra em livros didáticos Timestamps 00:00 - Introdução e visão geral do tema 01:56 - "Host" vs "Anfitrião": Diferenças culturais 05:33 - Experiência de Foster no Thanksgiving americano 07:24 - Como seguir a orientação do anfitrião em reuniões familiares 09:15 - Natal brasileiro em terras portuguesas 11:07 - Desafios de receber em espaços pequenos 13:29 - Gerenciando ansiedade e logística 15:15 - Autoconhecimento através da hospitalidade 16:35 - A arte de selecionar convidados 19:06 - Guia para anfitriões iniciantes (00:00) - - Introduction and topic overview (02:28) - - Discussion of the terms "host" and "anfitrião" in English and Portuguese (06:05) - - Foster shares his Thanksgiving hosting experience in the US (07:56) - - Alexia's perspective on following the host's lead during family gatherings (09:47) - - Traditional Brazilian Christmas celebrations and their evolution in Portugal (11:39) - - Challenges of hosting in a small space (14:01) - - Managing hosting anxiety and bathroom logistics (15:47) - - Learning about yourself through hosting others (17:07) - - The importance of selecting guests carefully (19:38) - - Tips for first-time hosts and creating comfortable spaces Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection In this episode of Carioca Connection, Alexia and Foster share their experience at a meditation retreat at the Art of Living Center in Boone, North Carolina. Alexia discusses her first immersive meditation experience, which coincided with her 35th birthday, and how she navigated the three-day retreat despite initial hesitations. The conversation explores the importance of finding the right meditation teacher, the impact of Hurricane Helene on the retreat center, and how meditation practices can be integrated into daily life. Key topics include: * Finding the right meditation teacher and environment * Balancing group practice with individual comfort levels * The accessibility of meditation centers in Brazil * How meditation affects personal growth and perspective * Practical approaches to meditation vs spiritual aspects Related episodes: S07:E15 - Finnish community in Penedo, Brazil S01:E10 - Meditation and Ten Percent Happier S01:E23 - São Paulo (Part 1) S01:E24 - São Paulo (Part 2) E agora em português... Alexia e Foster compartilham sua experiência no Centro Art of Living em Boone, Carolina do Norte. Alexia discute sua primeira experiência imersiva de meditação, que coincidiu com seu aniversário de 35 anos, e como navegou pelo retiro de três dias apesar das hesitações iniciais. A conversa explora a importância de encontrar o professor de meditação certo, o impacto do Furacão Helene no centro de retiro e como as práticas de meditação podem ser integradas à vida diária. Principais Pontos Primeira experiência imersiva de meditação de Alexia em seu aniversário de 35 anos Navegando por um retiro de três dias apesar das hesitações iniciais Explorando a importância do professor de meditação certo Tópicos Centrais Encontrar o ambiente e professor de meditação adequados Equilibrar prática em grupo e conforto individual Centros de meditação no Brasil Impacto pessoal da meditação Aspectos práticos vs. espirituais da meditação (00:00) - Welcome and Introduction (01:44) - Alexia’s Experience with Meditation (03:46) - The Meditation Retreat (09:33) - Expectations and Challenges of the Retreat (12:01) - The Practice of Meditation (15:44) - Reflections on the Retreat (18:43) - Meditation in Brazil Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection In this episode of Carioca Connection , Alexia and Foster continue their conversation about 2025, reflecting on personal rituals, new traditions, and ways to create a more fulfilling year. From long walks to weekend getaways, they explore the balance between structure and spontaneity in daily life. They also discuss the power of music, travel, and setting meaningful priorities for the year ahead. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How to talk about traditions in Brazilian Portuguese - The difference between tradições and rituais - Useful expressions related to goals, priorities, and routines - How Brazilians celebrate the end of the year - The importance of creating habits that bring joy and renewal Whether you’re looking for inspiration to shape your year or simply want to improve your Brazilian Portuguese naturally, this episode is for you. Click play to listen and learn! E agora em português! Neste episódio de hoje do Carioca Connection, Alexia e Foster continuam a conversa sobre 2025, refletindo sobre rituais pessoais, novas tradições e formas de tornar o ano mais especial. Desde caminhadas na praia até viagens espontâneas, eles exploram o equilíbrio entre estrutura e flexibilidade no dia a dia. Além disso, falam sobre a importância da música, das viagens e de estabelecer prioridades significativas para o novo ano. Neste episódio, você vai aprender: • Como falar sobre tradições em português • A diferença entre tradições e rituais • Expressões úteis para falar sobre metas e hábitos • Como os brasileiros celebram o fim do ano • A importância de criar hábitos que trazem alegria e renovação Se você busca inspiração para começar 2025 com o pé direito ou quer melhorar seu português de forma natural, este episódio é para você. Aperte o play e junte-se a nós! (00:00) - Welcome to Carioca Connection (02:06) - Reflecting on Traditions (04:56) - Creating New Traditions (07:34) - Exploring New Practices (10:04) - Priorities and Personal Goals (12:37) - Challenges in Maintaining Habits (13:50) - Plans for the Future Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection In this episode of Carioca Connection , Alexia and Foster discuss setting meaningful goals for the new year. They emphasize prioritizing personal passions over traditional resolutions, sharing Alexia's plans for watercolor and ceramics courses and Foster's focus on growth. They offer practical insights on maintaining happiness and authenticity while pursuing personal development in 2025. As always, this fun conversation is full of real-life Brazilian Portuguese that you will never find in textbooks or apps. Enjoy! E agora em português... Neste episódio do Carioca Connection , Alexia e Foster discutem como estabelecer metas significativas para o novo ano. Eles enfatizam a importância de priorizar paixões pessoais em vez de resoluções tradicionais, compartilhando os planos de Alexia para cursos de aquarela e cerâmica e o foco de Foster no crescimento. Eles oferecem insights práticos sobre como manter a felicidade e a autenticidade enquanto buscam o desenvolvimento pessoal em 2025. Como sempre, essa conversa descontraída está repleta de português brasileiro autêntico que você nunca encontrará em livros didáticos ou aplicativos. Aproveite! Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection In this episode, Alexia and Foster wrap up their 2024 retrospective, diving into the most meaningful relationships, experiences, and lessons that shaped their year. From building a sense of community in Porto to exploring personal growth through meditation and vulnerability, this episode is filled with heartfelt stories and insights. Perfect for listeners looking to improve their Brazilian Portuguese while connecting with authentic and informal conversations about life and language. 1. Community is Everything : Building connections in Porto provided a strong support system and deepened friendships. 2. Gratitude in Simple Moments : Moments like a first swim with family or a breathtaking sunset became powerful reminders of life’s beauty. 3. The Power of Vulnerability : Choosing to embrace vulnerability can lead to growth, even when it feels challenging. [00:01] : Welcome and a recap of the previous episode. [05:12] : Foster and Alexia reflect on friendships that became stronger in 2024. [12:45] : Discussing gratitude and memorable moments from the year. [18:30] : Special places that marked 2024, including Porto, Vigo, and meditation retreats. [25:50] : Music that symbolizes 2024 and final thoughts to close the year. E agora em português! Neste episódio, Alexia e Foster encerram a retrospectiva de 2024, explorando os relacionamentos, experiências e aprendizados mais marcantes do ano. Desde construir um senso de comunidade no Porto até explorar o crescimento pessoal por meio da meditação e vulnerabilidade, este episódio está cheio de histórias emocionantes e insights. Perfeito para quem quer melhorar o português enquanto se conecta com conversas autênticas e informais sobre a vida e a língua. 1. Comunidade é Tudo : Construir conexões no Porto trouxe uma rede de apoio sólida e fortaleceu amizades. 2. Gratidão nos Momentos Simples : Momentos como o primeiro mergulho com a família ou um pôr do sol deslumbrante se tornaram lembretes poderosos da beleza da vida. 3. O Poder da Vulnerabilidade : Escolher abraçar a vulnerabilidade pode levar ao crescimento, mesmo quando parece desafiador. [00:01] : Boas-vindas e um resumo do episódio anterior. [05:12] : Foster e Alexia refletem sobre amizades que ficaram mais fortes em 2024. [12:45] : Gratidão e momentos marcantes do ano. [18:30] : Lugares especiais que marcaram 2024, incluindo Porto, Vigo e retiros de meditação. [25:50] : Músicas que simbolizam 2024 e considerações finais para encerrar o ano. Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection A Year in Review: 2024 Reflections and Insights In this episode, Alexia and Foster dive into a reflective conversation about 2024. From personal growth to unexpected surprises, they share stories, lessons, and moments that shaped their year. This episode offers valuable lessons for personal and language growth. Whether you’re learning Brazilian Portuguese or looking to start 2025 with intention, Foster and Alexia’s honest reflections will inspire you. Key Highlights: • A Year of Contrasts: Alexia’s perspective on how 2024 was “not kind, but necessary.” • Memorable Experiences: From live music adventures to a magical Christmas escape. • Personal Growth: Foster’s focus on creating supportive habits and Alexia’s embrace of Pilates. • Life Lessons: The importance of resilience, living in the moment, and doing things calmly. • Discover new vocabulary and expressions in Brazilian Portuguese. • Learn how to describe past experiences meaningfully in conversation. • Gain cultural insights into holiday traditions and personal growth journeys. E agora em português… Retrospectiva do Ano: Reflexões e Aprendizados de 2024 Neste episódio, Foster e Alexia mergulham em uma conversa reflexiva e emocionante sobre 2024. De crescimento pessoal a surpresas inesperadas, eles compartilham histórias, lições e momentos que marcaram o ano. Este episódio traz lições valiosas para o crescimento pessoal e para o aprendizado de idiomas. Seja para aprimorar seu português brasileiro ou começar 2025 com intenção, as reflexões sinceras de Foster e Alexia irão inspirar você. Destaques: • Um Ano de Contrastes: A visão da Alexia sobre como 2024 “não foi gentil, mas foi necessário.” • Experiências Memoráveis: Desde aventuras musicais ao vivo até uma fuga mágica de Natal. • Crescimento Pessoal: O foco do Foster em criar hábitos saudáveis e o amor da Alexia pelo Pilates. • Lições de Vida: A importância da resiliência, de viver no momento e de fazer as coisas com calma. • Descubra novos vocabulários e expressões em português brasileiro. • Aprenda a descrever experiências passadas de forma significativa em conversas. • Ganhe insights culturais sobre tradições natalinas e jornadas de crescimento pessoal. Clique no play e comece 2025 com o Carioca Connection! Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection In this episode, Alexia and Foster talk about New Year's Resolutions, goal setting, and some of the cultural differences related to the topic. As always, Foster's Portuguese is suffering and some humor ensues. Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection We are back talking about favorite words in Portuguese. This was one of the subjects from our last Live Class from Carioca Connection Club and we wanted to share a little bit more of Alexia's favorite word in Portuguese and the different ways it can be used. Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection Season 2 is coming to an end. We had so much fun recording Season 2 for you guys and we thought that the most appropriate way to finish this season is taking about all of the reasons we love Brazil. Without further ado, here's the last episode of Season 2. Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection It's that time of the year again and we're here to talk about Christmas. In this episode, Alexia and her dad Marco talk about the meaning of Christmas for Brazilians and some of the differences between celebrating Christmas in Brazil and in Portugal. Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection The Olympics are right around the corner. Most people think it will be a disaster. We think it is worth talking about the World Cup and how Brazil has handled major events in the past. Hear our take about the World Cup. notes: Foster really doesn't know anything about soccer, which will be painfully evident in the show this episode was originally recorded in 2016 Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection In the final part of our series on Brazilian Music, Pablo, Alexia and Foster talk about the Brazilian Soul and the future of Brazilian music. It is full of great vocabulary and insight. Grab the free worksheet with a completely annotated transcript, best vocabulary and cultural insights for this episode: Free worksheet - Brazilian Music with Pablo - Part 3 Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection In part two of a three-part series on Brazilian music, we cover a lot. We talk about instruments, genres, where to see music in Rio, bad jokes about Zika and much more. Most importantly, we talk about how samba never dies. Grab the free worksheet with a completely annotated transcript, best vocabulary and cultural insights for this episode: Free worksheet - Brazilian Music with Pablo - Part 2 Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
2025 is your year to level up your Brazilian Portuguese—agora é a hora! 🇧🇷 Join us at Carioca Connection Brazilian music is essential to what it means to be Brazilian. Brazilians move, they dance, they sing. It's a part of who they are. If you want to understand Brazilians and Brazilian Portuguese: you have to listen to the music. Today's episode is the first installment of a three part series about Brazilian music with an expert on the topic: Dr. Pablo Saturnino Braga. In this episode, we talk about why music is central to Brazilian culture and how to understand it better. Grab the free worksheet with a completely annotated transcript, best vocabulary and cultural insights for this episode: Free worksheet - Brazilian Music with Pablo - Part 1 Ready to speak confidently, understand real-life Portuguese, and dive deep into Brazilian culture in 2025? 🇧🇷 Join us at: https://cariocaconnection.com…
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